Police Arrest Palestine Action Supporters, Despite Court Ruling

0:00On March 28, police just arrested 18 supporters of Palestine action right outside New Scotland yard during their protests today. The Metropolitan Police confirmed it on X, saying officers moved in quick after showing up to monitor the scene. This group got labeled a terrorist organization last year, making any public support a serious crime. Earlier this week, the Met flipped their stance and vowed to start cuffing folks again. They had paused the rest last month, after high court ruled the ban on Palestine action was unlawful. But now they're back at it, calling that pause just a temporary move. The court's decision hit hard, potentially freeing up over 2,000 people facing charges for simple signs or messages backing the group. Officials worry it weakens their crackdown, but they're pushing forward without hesitation. Deputy Assistant Commissioner James Harmon laid it out clear, the ruling won't kick in until the government's appeal wraps up, which could drag on for months. That means supporting the group stays illegal right now, and police got to enforce it straight

1:01up. Home Secretary Shabbana Mahmoud's appeal heads to the court of appeal by the end of April, so expect this tension to simmer while the legal fight plays out.